The handmade Shun Classic nakiri is shaped like a cleaver for chopping, slicing, and mincing fresh fruits and vegetables. Sharp, durable and corrosion-resistant, the razor-sharp blade helps you cut the thinnest of slices without bruising or tearing delicate foods. Crafted in Seki City, Japan’s historical center for manufacturing samurai swords, Shun knives are heirs to a seven-century tradition of superior craftsmanship.

FEATURES

Constructed using the same traditional kasumi methods used to craft samurai swords

Features a core of proprietary VG-MAX super steel clad on both sides with 34 layers of Damascus stainless steel

High-density steel core provides incredible sharpness and is tempered to a Rockwell hardness between 60 and 61 for incredible edge retention

Cutting edge is ground to a 16° angle on each side, making it one of the sharpest knives you’ll ever use

Takes and keeps an ultra-sharp edge without the need for excessive re-sharpening

Perfectly balanced blade offers precise control

D-shaped pakkawood handle provides a comfortable, secure grip

NSF-certified for use in professional kitchens

Manufacturer: Shun

Material: High-carbon stainless steel, pakkawood

Care: Hand wash only

Use: While shaped like a cleaver, this knife is not meant to cut bone or other extremely hard materials